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Artemis II: how eight explosions ensured safe return to Earth
The Artemis II astronauts heard eight critical detonations during reentry. Each one adjusted Orion's trajectory for a safe landing back on Earth.
A Brazilian actigraph monitored astronaut sleep during Artemis II
A device developed at the University of São Paulo tracked circadian rhythms during the lunar mission. The technology has proven valuable for space and public health applications.
SpaceX Fires Up World's Largest Rocket, Starship, for Crucial Flight
A successful static fire test brings the massive space vehicle closer to its next orbital launch, vital for humanity's return to the Moon.
Artemis II Astronauts Exceed Expectations with Stunning Lunar Photography
The Artemis II crew surpassed their own photography instructors' expectations. They captured astounding images during their historic journey around the Moon.
NASA earns 7 nominations for the 2025 Webby Awards
The space agency is recognized across video, podcasts, social media, and immersive experiences for its science communication efforts.
Official Artemis II wallpapers now available for free
NASA released high-resolution Artemis II mission images as free mobile wallpapers for iPhone and Android. The photos feature the Moon, Earth, and eclipses captured from the Orion spacecraft.
Artemis II's "Rise" Plushie: The Freelancers Powering NASA's Mission
The viral "Rise" plushie, a zero-gravity indicator for NASA's Artemis II mission, holds a deeper story. Behind its popularity, a team of talented freelancers made its creation and impact possible.
Artemis II: The Mission Launching a Trillion-Dollar Space Economy
NASA's upcoming crewed mission is far more than just a trip to the Moon. Artemis II is the catalyst for a new economic era, solidifying our status as a space-faring species.
Worms in Space: Unlocking Astronaut Health for Future Moon Missions
A UK scientific team sent microscopic worms to the International Space Station. They aim to understand how to protect human health in deep space.
James Webb Delivers Bad News for TRAPPIST-1, But Hope Remains
New observations from the James Webb Space Telescope suggest two rocky planets in the TRAPPIST-1 system lack atmospheres, a crucial finding for the search for life.
Apple Under Scrutiny: Security Flaws, Repairability, and a Peculiar Bug
This week, the tech community discussed Apple Intelligence vulnerabilities, the low repairability of its devices, and a peculiar macOS error.
NASA Sets Sights on Artemis III for 2027: The Next Lunar Leap
Following Artemis II's successful return, the U.S. space agency is accelerating preparations for the mission aiming to establish a lasting human presence on the Moon.